The Berkeley Hotel

This classic threw off its fuddy-duddy image years ago, and has become one of the places to stay for top fashion and business execs. There are 214 designer rooms to take your pick from; a few are in need a bit of a re-vamp, but most of them are spacious, with traditional colors and furnishings—some people like them so much they move in! All rooms come with TV, CD, DVD and WiFi, as well as film library and children's services on request. Admire a birds-eye view of the city from one of only 2 rooftop pools in London, with retracting roof and views over Hyde Park. Fitness fans will love the high-tech gym, while the spa is available for soothing an aching muscles—or simply indulging yourself with a selection of beauty treatments. Star spot in the swish Blue Bar, before sampling the tip-top fare in the 2 restaurants—after all, Marcus Wareing and Gordon Ramsay are in the kitchen. Traditionalists can rest assure that 19th century service standards have survived the 21st century style update…

Room rates from £249.